Jr. Accountant (15-Month Term)

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national Indigenous broadcaster in Winnipeg is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to manage accounts payable and receivable, prepare financial reports, and ensure secure document handling. The ideal candidate has a relevant diploma or certificate, proven experience in finance, and familiarity with Indigenous cultural perspectives. Join a team that celebrates the diverse stories of Indigenous Peoples across Canada.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Great work environment

Qualifications

• Proven relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Familiarity with Indigenous cultural perspectives is an asset.
• Proficiency with Internet, email, and business-related software.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Prepare month-end and year-end financial reports.
• Ensure secure handling of confidential documents.
• Assist team members as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Accounting software proficiency

Education

Diploma/certificate in a relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Job description

Do you have a knack for accuracy and enjoy working with numbers? Do you enjoy juggling multiple priorities, and providing excellent customer service? If you said yes, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Highlights of this opportunity:

• Receives, compiles, codes and sorts documents related to Accounts Payable (A/P) and Receivable (A/R) for input into the financial data processing systems;
• Verifies and posts details of A/P and A/R transactions into the financial data processing system and totals accounts to ledgers or spreadsheets and databases;
• Maintains and records all incoming invoices and payments received and the status of each transaction within the processing system, seeks necessary approvals;
• Processes employee reimbursements (including urgent payment requests);
• Prepares A/P and A/R month and year-end reports, and reviews for accuracy;
• Ensures the secure handling and storage of confidential documents;
• Assists other team members and carries out other duties as needed and assigned.

Your accomplishments and experience include:

• A diploma/certificate in a relevant discipline combined with proven relevant experience;
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Dynamics GP accounting system would be an asset;
• Experience working with an Indigenous organization as well as knowledge of Indigenous cultural perspectives is an asset;
• Proficiency with Internet, e-mail, and other business-related computer software is required.

Your new opportunity awaits; come and see what makes us one of Canada’s Top Employers!

APTN launched in 1999 as the first national Indigenous broadcaster in the world. Since then, the network has become a global leader in programming that celebrates the rich diversity of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island and beyond. A respected non-profit and charitable broadcaster, APTN shares authentic stories in English, French and a variety of Indigenous languages with nearly 10 million Canadian households. APTN proudly features over 80% Canadian content and inspires audiences via multiple platforms, including its Indigenous-focused streaming service, APTN lumi .